2010 Vauxhall Vivaro 1.9L Diesel · FN60 WFG

The vehicle presents a concerning roadworthiness profile characterized by a recurring pattern of reactive rather than proactive maintenance. While it passed its latest test in November 2024 at 152,349 miles, it failed immediately that same day due to thin brake pads and an inoperative rear number light. The trend indicates that the owner only addresses faults once they trigger an MOT failure, as evidenced by the repeated presence of brake-related issues and suspension wear flagged as advisories or failures across multiple testing intervals. At a recorded mileage of 152,349 miles, the Vivaro has averaged approximately 9,500 miles per year, which is consistent with a commercial vehicle of sixteen years' age. However, the data shows a period of high activity between May 2023 and November 2023, where the vehicle covered nearly 2,000 miles across three separate testing attempts. The frequency of failures during this short window suggests the vehicle may have been subjected to heavy loads or neglected use between those service intervals, leading to a cascade of mechanical failures in the steering-end and braking systems. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front suspension and braking system. The record shows a history of excessive play in the nearside track rod end and worn Macpherson strut top mounts, which often lead to poor handling and uneven tyre wear. The parking brake is a known weak point, having caused a failure for sub-50% efficiency in May 2023 with reports of a very slack handbrake cable. You should check for significant corrosion on the rear brake discs and verify the current thickness of the pads, as the history repeatedly flags surface pitting and thin material on these components.